We’re delighted to announce that invaluable local charity and longstanding Your Local Link advertiser, Age UK York, has recently been awarded National Lottery funding to ensure the continuation of its crucial Information and Advice service. Covering a range of topics including household matters, transport, social care options, money and benefits, the Information and Advice helpline supports thousands of local elderly people and their families each year; in 2025 alone, the service helped older people in our area to access over £600,000 in benefits that would’ve otherwise gone unclaimed. Nicola Edwards, Information and Advice Manager at Age UK York, said: “Age UK York advisers help older people in York to claim tens of thousands of pounds each year through benefits and grants. This allows them to maintain their independence at home, keep warm, eat well, maintain their social connections and keep informed. National Lottery funding will help us continue our work to listen, advise and care.”
Funding is provided by The National Lottery Community Fund, which distributes money raised by National Lottery players for good causes. Simon Holmes, Chief Executive of Age UK York, said: “The support of the National Lottery is a wonderful contribution. We always appreciate the help people can give, with our volunteers from across York working together as a community team to ensure we can continue our work. Every effort and every penny raised goes right back to support local people here in York.”
Seeking help or advice from Age UK York? Please call 01904 634061, email firstcall@ageukyork.org.uk, or visit www.ageuk.org.uk/york/our-services/giving-you-information-and-advice today.
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